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Fluracil 250 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Colorectal Cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Fluracil 250 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Fluracil 250 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fluracil 250 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fluracil 250 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fluracil 250 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Fluracil 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fluracil 250 Injection related warnings section.
Fluracil 250 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Mouth Ulcer are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Fluracil 250 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Fluracil 250 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Fluracil 250 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Fluracil 250 Injection is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Fluracil 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Fluracil can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Fluracil 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Fluracil should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Fluracil 250 Injection on the Kidneys?
Using Fluracil does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Fluracil 250 Injection on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Fluracil. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Fluracil 250 Injection on the Heart?
Using Fluracil does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Fluracil 250 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluracil 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fluracil 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fluracil 250 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Fluracil 250 Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fluracil 250 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Fluracil 250 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Fluracil 250 Injection
It is safe to take Fluracil 250 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluracil 250 Injection
Information about the interaction of Fluracil 250 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Fluorouracil
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 864
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 585-588